Education is the kindling of a flame, not the filling of a vessel. ~Socrates
Every professional needs to continuously learn in order to grow, hone their craft and hold themselves accountable to the clients they serve. That is why every year I set aside time to take continuing education classes. I always learn something new and am able to improve on some aspect of my photography or business. The awesome thing about our industry is although our creative vision differs across the board so, all of us photographers can walk out of the class with completely different ways to execute our creative vision in our artwork.
This year, I took a fun workshop with Roxanne Bryant on Color Theory and was very privileged to attend The Baby Summit 2016 at the Marriot Marquis in Atlanta, Georgia. I loved learning from the absolute world’s best – Kelly Brown, Luisa Dunn, Heidi Hope, Sue Bryce, Ana Brandt etc… Amazing women and photographers! I walked out of each class feeling inspired and so blessed that all our gracious instructors took the time to share the expertise they’ve spent years perfecting with us! I was also able to forge relationships with new vendors to bring consistent, high quality props to my clients. Overall, a beautiful and totally worthwhile experience! Most of all, I was able to carry this dazzling energy, burning passion and better photography home to all my clients.
At a time when holiday photoshoot inquiries are on the rise, here are a few questions for clients to ask when searching for a professional custom boutique baby portraiture photographer:
- Does the photographer set aside time to attend continuing education classes, workshops or conferences? This is especially important for safety when posing newborns!
- Does the photographer belong to a reputable professional photography association and are they in good standing?
- Does the photographer pay taxes and are they licensed in their geographic area of business?
- Does the photographer routinely clean their props and maintain good hygiene/health for their baby clients? Are they up to date on their yearly shots?
- Can the photographer provide client testimonials that span at least a year to show credibility?
Today you are you. That is truer than true. There is no one alive who is youer than you. – Dr. Seuss
We initially set out on a journey to photograph a fun cake smash session. But summer called and in the end we decided to do a fun outdoor session. O boy, did Lady K have fun with the lanterns, airy canopy and shabby chic mirror! Mommy and grandma worked hard to help but we had a ton of fun capturing Lady K’s genuine happiness, curiosity and everything Lady K. After all, what is a birthday if not to celebrate yourself? Happy 1st Birthday Lady K!
One isn’t necessarily born with courage, but one is born with potential. ~Maya Angelou
Lady I might look like a little bundle here but she was a fighter – a fighter of sleep, that is! But once Lady I started dreaming, she let me capture her sweetest moments. Right when the session was about to end, daddy asked if we could get a few last shots with him in uniform. We were running late but I asked to see the uniform and was so in awe at daddy’s marine uniform that I knew we simply had to capture this special image. Because 25 years when Lady I looks back, she is going to want to remember her courageous daddy and beautiful mommy. These are going to be images the whole family will pass on for generations and I am so blessed to be able to do this for Lady I.
In family life, love is the oil that eases friction, the cement that binds closer together, and the music that brings harmony.
-Eva Burrows
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This was a beautiful session to celebrate two birthdays, the Lunar New Year as well as family! Lady C and Sir J were super spunky and fun. I’m so blessed to be able to capture this special moment in time for the W family because as all moms know – they grow up so fast! Thank you for inviting me to capture your beautiful family.
With Monchoco and Monchogo’s debut a few days ago, they’re back again to celebrate Lunar New Year with the entire family. The monkey is the ninth animal of the twelve Chinese horoscope signs. They are known to be clever, naughty yet also highly family oriented animals. Mint Purple Studio wishes you and your loved ones a very Happy Lunar New Year of the Monkey this February 8, 2016! To celebrate, please feel free to download and share the wallpapers, wall hangings and Chinese red envelope template below. I only ask that you please kindly keep our watermark intact. Thank you and Happy New Year!
Download Monchogo couple wallpaper HERE
Download Monchogo wallpaper HERE
Download Monchoco wallpaper HERE
Download Monchogo wall hanging HERE
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Download Good Fortune wall hanging HERE
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Download Monkey character wall hanging HERE
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Download Monchogo Chinese red envelope HERE
For more Monchogo and Monchoco cuteness, don’t forget to check out their debut post and their character goods at CafePress!
If you would like to sponsor future character creations as well as our free downloads, feel free to Paypal your gift to mintpurplestudio@gmail.com. We will make a donation to Guide Dogs for the Blind at the end of the year on your behalf. Thank you in advance for your sponsorship!
